1) Roof shingles look for missing or not lined up properly which happens with severe winds. 2) Gutters and downspouts – may need cleaning and/or repairs in the spring after the trees are green. 3) Windows and doors – may need maintenance, especially when made of wood. You need to check the caulking that seals gaps where they meet your home's siding. Wood rot occurs where there's water on window sills, door thresholds & the vertical kick plate just below a door. 4) Fascia (ver

1. Don’t Make Assumptions about New Construction. No matter what the builder tells you or how many papers he shows you, always contract with a licensed and experienced home inspector when purchasing either a new home or an existing one. 2. Attend the Inspection. Even though you will receive a full and detailed written report after your inspection it’s important that you follow the inspector through the home during it. That way, you’ll not only know what issues the house has,

Many termite problems can be prevented. The most important thing to do is to deny termites access to food (wood), moisture and shelter. Follow these suggestions: 1) Have at least a 2-inch clearance between the house and planter boxes, or soil-filled porches; 2) Eliminate all wood-to-soil contact, such as trellises, fence posts, stair casings and door facings (they can be put on masonry blocks or on treated wood); 3) Separate shrubbery from the house to help make it easier to